Blog - doing business in china

Understanding Different Business Styles & Cultures – the Missing Link in Language Learning

20 August 2013

Most multinationals now agree that one of the key operational challenges they face is the need for greater awareness and better understanding of their clients’ and partners’ business cultures.

Here’s the problem. I’m dealing with a client, a supplier or JV partner.  I’m learning their language. I can understand what they say. I DON’T understand what they really mean.

10 Common Mistakes When Doing Business in China and How to Avoid Them!

12 March 2013

In my last piece I wrote about the sometimes confusing mix of highly contemporary eye-catching architecture in China contrasting with a strong adherence to traditional beliefs and customs.  I would like to follow this up with a few specific examples of common mistakes people make when they are first doing business in China.